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1 Thaler - Charles William Frederick Accession
1729 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Margraviate of Brandenburg-Ansbach (German States) |
|---|---|
| Margrave | Charles William Frederick (Karl Wilhelm Friedrich) (1729-1757) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1729 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#95610 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned and mantled arms, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SALVS PVBLICA SALVS MEA.
17 29.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Europe, particularly in the Holy Roman Empire. The Margraviate of Brandenburg-Ansbach, where the coin was minted, was a small state within the Empire, and the coin's minting was likely a significant event for the local population. The coin's design, featuring Charles William Frederick, the Margrave of Brandenburg-Ansbach, and the inscription "ACCEDITIO D. G. C. W. F. MARGRAVIOR. BRANDENBURG. ANSPACH." (Accession of the D. G. C. W. F. Margrave of Brandenburg-Ansbach), serves as a reminder of the political and social changes that were taking place during this time.
